CHEM 120 Week 6 Discussion; Radiation (Option 2; Topic of Uranium-238)

Initial Post Instructions The Discussions in this course are set up deepen your understanding of the material as you make real world connections and employ creative thinking. To get the most from these discussions, full engagement is expected on the part of the student. Be sure to stop by the discussion section frequently, not only to post, but to read the postings of your peers and instructor. Engaging with your peers and learning together is key to this experience. For your initial post, choose one of the options below: Option 2: Radiation comes in many different forms. We are exposed to many types of radiation each day, not only form the technology that surrounds us, but also from natural sources. Choose a source of radiation that a peer has not already chosen and discuss each of the following as part of your initial post: a. Is the radiation ionizing or nonionizing? b. Is the radiation released from this source expected to be dangerous? Why or why not? c. Is this source of radiation natural or artificial? d. Are there any applications for this type of radiation? Use at least one outside source and cite in APA format.